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49ers believe Christian McCaffrey's Week 2 performance was his 'most efficient'

Sunday's win over the New Orleans Saints may not have been Christian McCaffrey's flashiest outing in a San Francisco 49ers uniform, but the team believes it could have been one of his most efficient.

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49ers GM John Lynch provides update on Brock Purdy's injury

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch joined Bay Area radio station KNBR on Thursday morning, where he was asked about quarterback Brock Purdy's recovery from a toe injury.

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The '2024 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks that threw for at least 20 touchdowns in the 2024-25 regular season?

The 'Rookie quarterback Wild Card passing leaders' quiz

The 'Most TD passes without an NFL playoff berth' quiz

The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / September 18

Do the 49ers have a red zone problem once again?

The San Francisco 49ers have started off the season 2-0, winning close games on the road over the Seattle Seahawks and New Orleans Saints. In both games, the 49ers haven’t played the cleanest football, but have done just enough, especially at the end of games, to pull through with victories.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 18

One 49ers Starter is Helping Unlock the Defense’s Potential

One of, if not the main, reasons the San Francisco 49ers are 2-0 is thanks to the defense. What was supposed to be a bumpy start for the defense has turned into a hot one.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2025 season.

Kyle Juszczyk News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 18

Exclusive: Kristin, Kyle Juszczyk embracing ‘golden years’ of his NFL career

Heading into his 13th season in the NFL, San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk is likely aware he’s in the twilight of his career, and his wife, fashion designer Kristin Juszczyk, knows it.

Ricky Pearsall News / Niners Nation / September 18

One simple factor has been the biggest reason for Ricky Pearsall’s jump in Year 2

The San Francisco 49ers were thinking about the future when they drafted wide receiver Ricky Pearsall with the No. 31 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft last offseason.

Fred Warner News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 18

Fred Warner Could Break a 49ers Franchise Record in Week 3

The San Francisco 49ers edged out the New Orleans Saints 26-21 in Week 2. Despite injuries on both sides of the ball, the team has managed a 2-0 record, signalling two performances to be proud of.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / September 18

49ers confident in QB situation amid stunning Brock Purdy news

Kyle Shanahan has surprising Brock Purdy update — 49ers are confident in QB situation regardless

Brock Purdy missed the San Francisco 49ers' Week 2 win over the New Orleans Saints.

Kyle Shanahan confirms 49ers have lost another offensive starter to injury

Pete Carroll admits disappointing truth about Ashton Jeanty

Jeanty has honest take about his role, and Raiders must change their ways

Should Bears fans be worried about coach Ben Johnson's practice habits?

'That's a concern': Steelers' Omar Khan hears something a GM never wants to

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

49ers defense ready with a plan to contain Kyler Murray

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has long been a challenge for the San Francisco 49ers defense, thanks to his ability to extend plays with his legs when passing options are limited.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

Kyle Shanahan reacts to 49ers' Fred Warner earning big NFL honor

Fred Warner, the San Francisco 49ers' four-time All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowl linebacker, continues to solidify his status as one of the NFL's premier defenders.

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The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

Mac Jones News / Sporting News / September 17

49ers great Steve Young praises Mac Jones’ performance against the Saints

Mac Jones' play against the 49ers caught the eye of the great Steve Young.

NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 17

One Area the 49ers Have a Clear Advantage Over the Cardinals

A chance at opening the 2025 season with a 3-0 record is on the horizon for the San Francisco 49ers. They'll have the opportunity to do that in front of their fans in their home opener in Week 3 against the Arizona Cardinals.

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / September 17

49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk's promising recovery update

On Wednesday, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was asked about the status of wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who is working his way back from ACL and MCL injuries suffered in October 2024.

Brock Purdy News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17